There are multiple ways to view DVD sources within a classroom. This document will give instructions on play DVDs, VHS tapes, and Blu-Ray discs with the appropriate technology. Included are instructions for DVD/VCR players, Blu-Ray players, and the Windows computer.
DVD/VCR Players
If a DVD/VCR combo unit is in the classroom, VHS tapes or DVD's can be played off of this device. To use this device, follow these instructions:
- Turn on the technology system
- Select DVD/VCR as the projected source
- A command should be sent to turn on the DVD/VCR player
- Press the eject button on the DVD/VCR (See: Figure 1.2_DVD VCR_Insert)
- Insert the disc or tape and press the eject button again to close the device
- Make sure that the DVD/VCR player is in the correct mode (See: Figure 1.3_DVD VCR_Select Mode)
- DVD or Video, will need to be selected
- Use the controls on the player, to Play/Pause/Stop/Rewind/Fast-Forward the video being projected (See: Figure 1.3_DVD VCR_Select Mode)
- Controls may also be found on the Touch Panel, if one is present in the room. (See: Figure 2_Touch Panel_DVD Controls)
- A remote controller can also be found in the accessory drawer located on the teaching station or on the technology rack in the room.
Blu-Ray Players
Newer rooms may include a Blu-Ray player in the technology system. These players are able to play both DVDs and Blu-Rays. It is recommended, that if present, the Blu-Ray is used to play DVDs. The following instructions explain how to use this device:
- Turn on the technology system
- Select Blu-Ray as the projected source
- A command should be sent to turn on the Blu-Ray player
- Press the eject button on the Player (See: Figure 3.2_Blu-Ray_Disc Insert)
- Insert the disc or tape and press the eject button again to close the device
- A remote controller can also be found in the accessory drawer located on the teaching station or on the technology rack in the room.
- Controls may also be found on the Touch Panel, if one is present in the room. (See: Figure 4_Touch Panel_Blu-Ray Controls)
Playing DVDs with the Windows Computer
For rooms that do not include a Blu-Ray or DVD/VCR player, the Windows Computer can be used to play DVDs. The following instructions explain how to use the Windows Computer as a DVD player:
- Turn on the technology system
- Select PC as the projected source
- The user will have to manually turn on the PC as a command is not sent when turning on the technology system
- Press the eject button on the PC, which is found on the front of the DVD Rom. (See: Figure 5.2_Windows Computer_DVD Insert)
- Insert the disc or tape and press the eject button again to close the device. (See: Figure 5_Windows Computer_DVD Player)
- Note: There are no controls on the Touch Panel or physical controls on the PC to control the video source
- An application on the PC will need to be used to play and control the DVD/Video source
- Once the disc is inserted, log into the Windows Computer
- Search for the application "VLC" in the lower menu of the Windows Computer and open the application (See: Figure 6_Windows Computer_VLC)
- Use the virtual buttons on the VLC application to play and control the video (See: Figure 6.2_Windows Computer_VLC Interface)
- Volume can be controlled within the VLC application, on the Touch Panel, or on the Window Computer audio settings. (See: Figure 6.3_Windows Computer_Audio Settings)
